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Airside VehicleOperator’s Permit ManualD and D/A AVOP Applicants

Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP) Manual

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Table of Contents

Introduction to AVOP...............................................................................................................3

1.1 Background .......................................................................................................................3

1.2 What Is AVOP? .................................................................................................................3

1.3 AVOP Application..............................................................................................................4

Safety Responsibility ...............................................................................................................7

2.1 Airside Safety .....................................................................................................................7

2.2 Foreign Object Debris .........................................................................................................7

2.3 Other Hazardous Substances.........................................................................................8

2.4 Disposing of Garbage and Debris...................................................................................8

2.5 Report All Hazards and Incidents ...................................................................................9

Vehicle Safety Requirements ..................................................................................................9

3.1 Vehicle Safety Inspection...................................................................................................9

3.2 Safety Lights and Reflectors ...............................................................................................9

3.3 Light and Reflector Locations ...................................................................................... 11

3.4 Vehicle Visibility ............................................................................................................... 12

3.5 Other Equipment Requirements ...................................................................................... 12

Locations .............................................................................................................................. 12

4.1 Airfield Locations.............................................................................................................. 12

4.2 Other Airfield Locations.................................................................................................... 13

Airside Lights, Markings and Signs ...................................................................................... 14

5.1 Airfield Edge Lights ...................................................................................................... 14

5.2 Pavement Markings ..................................................................................................... 16

5.3 Signs ............................................................................................................................ 18

Operating a Vehicle Airside .................................................................................................. 19

6.1 Driving Rules.................................................................................................................... 19

6.2 Security Rules .................................................................................................................. 21

6.3 Proximity Rules ................................................................................................................ 22

6.4 Parking Rules................................................................................................................... 22


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Driving on Manoeuvring Areas ............................................................................................. 23

7.1 Vehicle Control on the Manoeuvring Area ....................................................................... 23

7.2 Radiotelephone Operator’s Restricted Certificate ........................................................... 23

7.3 Radio Communication Process........................................................................................ 23

7.4 Standard phraseology.................................................................................................. 26

7.5 Standard Phrases ............................................................................................................ 27

7.6 Radio Test Procedures .................................................................................................... 29

7.7 Vehicle or Radio Failure................................................................................................... 30

Penalties for Driving Infractions............................................................................................ 31

8.1 Airport Traffic Directives................................................................................................... 31

8.2 Infractions......................................................................................................................... 31

8.4 Suspensions and Appeals ............................................................................................... 32

Definitions ............................................................................................................................. 32



Introduction to AVOP

1.1 Background

The airside of an airport is a specialized working environment, which is governed by specializedrules designed to prevent accidents and minimize the risk of injury to all persons within it.

This manual is a reference that combines the applicable regulations, rules, procedures, and onlinetraining related to safe vehicle operation that experience has shown to be most important in theairside working environment.

It is derived from Transport Canada Airport Traffic Directives TP 2633, the NavCanada Air TrafficControl Operations Manual, and the following YLW Airport Director’s Circulars:

7/09: Airside Vehicle Operations – Local Traffic Directive

8/09: Taxiway Restrictions

17/09: Foreign Object (FOD) Program

20/09: Apron 1 Management Program

21/09: Apron 3 Management Program

38/09: Runway Safety Areas

In the case of conflict between this manual and the parent documents, the parent documents willsupersede.

1.2 What Is AVOP?

The AVOP program is an essential component of airside safety. The AVOP program establishesthe standards that everyone operating a vehicle on the airside must follow.

An Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit (AVOP) is a permit issued by Kelowna International Airportthat gives the holder permission to drive a vehicle on certain areas of the airfield.

Kelowna International Airport issues three types of AVOPs:

D/A AVOP – A permit that allows the holder to operate a vehicle on the aprons designatedon the permit, as well as on service roads, in the performance of their duties. A D/A AVOPholder must not drive on manoeuvring areas (taxiways and runways).

D AVOP – A permit that allows the holder to operate a vehicle on all airside surfaces(aprons, service roads, taxiways, and runways) in the performance of their duties. With thispermit, you can drive on controlled surfaces as long as Kelowna Ground or Penticton Radiogives you authorization to enter these areas.

D/S AVOP – A special permit that allows the holder to operate a vehicle in a specific areathat may be on a maneuvering surface or movement area.



1.3 AVOP Application

Introduction

An official representing the company where the applicant is employed must demonstrate toKelowna International Airport a need for the applicant to work at or through Kelowna InternationalAirport and to define the areas for which access is required. The applicant must apply in personand in writing, providing all documentation as required by Kelowna International Airport.

Kelowna International Airport reviews all applications and reserves the right to refuse any personaccess and training for access to airport-restricted areas and surfaces, at its discretion.

Prerequisites

A valid RAIC

A valid provincial driver’s licence of appropriate level for the vehicles/equipment intended tobe operated, in accordance with British Columbia Provincial Driving Regulations

For D AVOP applications, a Radiotelephone Operator’s Certificate (Aeronautical) fromIndustry Canada is also a prerequisite

Application Process

The process to be followed for an applicant applying for the first time as well as an individualapplying for renewal is:

1. Applicants fill out an application for an AVOP and submit it to the Pass Control Office.

2. Applicants are required to produce their valid driver’s license (showing any endorsements,i.e. class 5 or air brake endorsement), their RAIC (if applicable), and Radio TelephoneOperators Certificate (D Permit applicants only).

If an applicant does not have a radio license, they must contact Southern Interior FlightCentre at 250-765-7776 for study materials and to arrange an appointment to write theexam.

3. An online training account at ylwtraining.ca is set up for the applicant to complete the D orD/A AVOP online training program. Information about how to log in and access this trainingis emailed to the email address provided on the application form.

4. After the applicant completes the online training, and passes the final exam, a Certificate ofCompletion is issued into the applicant’s online training account.

5. D AVOP applicants only must then call the Pass Control Office at 250-807-4345 to set upthe practical driving test. Before being allowed to proceed with the road test you mustpresent your online training Certificate of Completion, your RAIC or temporary pass, and avalid driver’s license for the vehicle you will be driving airside to your examiner forverification.



The driving test for D AVOP applicants will be conducted using a Kelowna International Airport vehicle.During this test, the applicant will be asked to demonstrate:

Safety steps to take before driving on the airfield.

Knowledge of and ability to follow the rules for driving on the airfield.

Ability to identify areas of the airfield while driving.

Ability to drive along a prescribed route.

Caution while driving, and environmental awareness.

1.4 Preparing for the Exam and Driving Test

To prepare for the final exam and practical driving test, you must complete the following:

Online Training Modules

To successfully complete the AVOP program, the applicant must review and complete all self-assessments in the online modules. This is an important first step toward learning how to drivesafely on the airfield. The module self-assessments provide the opportunity to practice answeringthe types of questions that will be found on the final written exam.

D/A AVOP Applicants: Review all sections in this manual except section 7.

D AVOP Applicants: Review all sections in this manual.

Final Exam

The final exam consists of 20 questions for D/A AVOP and 35 questions for D AVOP (multiple-choice and True/False).

To pass the exam and receive a Certificate of Completion, the applicant must answer 90 percent ofthese questions correctly. Passing the final written exam is a prerequisite to scheduling thepractical driving test for D AVOP applicants.

AVOP Manual

The applicant may also refer to this Airside Vehicle Operator’s Permit Manual to review drivingrules at Kelowna International Airport.

1.5 AVOP Terms and Conditions

After being issued an AVOP, you may operate a vehicle in the areas your pass allows whileperforming your work duties.

An AVOP is valid until your RAIC expires. At that time, you need to retake the online modules, finalexam and the practical driving test (D AVOP applicants only).



Show Credentials

AVOP holders must show the following credentials to YLW staff when requested:

Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC), if required

AVOP card

Provincial driver's licence

D AVOP only: Restricted Radio Operator Certificate with Aeronautical Qualifications

Report Loss or Theft

AVOP holders must immediately report the loss or theft of their AVOP card to the Pass ControlOffice or Operations.

Report Licence Suspension

No person whose provincial driver’s licence has been revoked or suspended shall operate vehicleson Kelowna International Airport property.

If an AVOP holder’s provincial driver’s licence is suspended or revoked, this must be reportedimmediately to Kelowna International Airport in writing and AVOP privileges will be terminated.

1.6 Renewing an AVOP

Before the AVOP expires, the pass holder is required to retake the D or DA online modules, andpass the final exam and practical driving test (D AVOP applicants only) before the pass is renewed.

The same process applies for AVOP passes that have expired.



Safety Responsibility

2.1 Airside Safety

All required safety clothing must be worn when working or operating a vehicle airside:

It is mandatory for personnel work on the aprons to wear high visibility reflective vests, orsimilar, to ensure they are visible to vehicle and aircraft operators.

Proper hearing protection must be worn when required around aircraft and equipment.

Be aware of the surroundings at all times. Pay attention to Kelowna Ground or Penticton Radio forsafety and security risks.

No smoking on aprons, taxiways or the runway.

2.2 Foreign Object Debris

Foreign Object Debris (FOD) is any debris that may be ingested into an aircraft engine or that maydamage other vehicles and equipment on the airfield. This debris could be natural or man-made.

This may include tools, equipment, aircraft parts, ice chunks, corrosive salt, sand, mud, tufts ofgrass, or pieces of deteriorating surfaces that are located on any airside surface and which may beingested into an aircraft engine or otherwise damage an aircraft.



Preventing FOD Damage

FOD damage is any damage caused to an aircraft or aircraft engine from any items including butnot limited to those mentioned above.

Kelowna International Airport has a FOD control program aimed to mitigate the effects of FOD, andthis is a key program in the Airport’s Safety Management System. All airport personnel areresponsible for FOD control including:

Being aware of what is FOD and why it is a danger to aircraft

Picking up FOD on all apron surfaces

Inspecting operational stands prior to aircraft arrival and after departure

Advising Operations when FOD is observed on aircraft manoeuvring areas (i.e. taxiwaysand runways)

Vehicle operators should ensure that the surfaces of airside areas are kept clean by being aware ofhazards, keeping any vehicles entering airside clean and free of any foreign material, and usingdesignated receptacles for trash.

Removal of any hazardous debris from aircraft movement areas is the responsibility of all persons.If this is not possible, FOD should be reported to Operations by calling 250-807-4350.

2.3 Other Hazardous Substances

All accidents, chemical or fuel spills, or potential hazards on airport property must be reported toKelowna International Airport immediately by calling Operations at 250-807-4350.

Be prepared to state that you are reporting an accident or spill, the location, and whether theincident is airside or groundside at the airport.

2.4 Disposing of Garbage and Debris

No person shall throw, deposit, or knowingly leave any form of trash or garbage on the airfieldexcept in a container provided for that purpose.

FOD bins are available on all aprons and are to be used for FOD only. The FOD bins are not to beused for general garbage.

Airside tenants shall provide their own garbage and debris-disposal trailers and equipment forhandling and containing airline debris prior to disposal, such as: newspapers, food containers, anddaily-use disposal items. The trailers used for this purpose must be of a fully self-enclosed type.The trailers are to be closed after each use.



2.5 Report All Hazards and Incidents

Take immediate action when something is not right by fixing the situation and/or reporting it toOperations (24 hours a day – 7 days a week) at 250-807-4350.

Every operator of a vehicle involved in an accident on the airside of the airport shall report theaccident immediately to Operations.

It may also be necessary to complete an incident report and/or report the situation to the vehicleoperator's supervisor.

Vehicle Safety Requirements

3.1 Vehicle Safety Inspection

All vehicles need to be kept clean, in good working condition and have the required safety lightsand reflectors.

Before operating any vehicle, it must be inspected by the vehicle operator must determine that theirvehicle is operating satisfactorily and has the required safety equipment and markings beforedriving the vehicle airside. (See Section 3.2: Safety Lights and Reflectors and section 3.3 Light andReflector Locations).

All operators shall notify their immediate supervisor of any equipment malfunction. It may need tobe cleaned or repaired before it can be operated safely on the airfield.

3.2 Safety Lights and Reflectors

All vehicles and equipment to be driven on the airside unescorted must be equipped with thefollowing:

Cabbed (Self-Propelled) Vehicles

A cabbed (self-propelled) vehicle is driven and has a roof over the driver.

Cabbed (self-propelled) vehicles must have operable front and rear lights. The front running lightsmust be on whenever driving airside and both front and rear lights must be capable of flashing onand off in unison.

A yellow rotating, flashing, or strobe-type warning beacon mounted on top of the vehicle and visiblefrom 360 degrees must be operational and functioning at all times while moving about in airsideareas.

Reflective material, if on vehicle, must be clean and visible.



Special Note

Aircraft fuelling vehicles with an overall height of more than 3.5 metres are permitted to mount thewarning beacon on the vehicle cab if tail signal lamps are operated in conjunction with the 360-degree rotating warning beacon to provide adequate indication to the rear of the vehicle.

Non-Cabbed (Self-Propelled)

A non-cabbed (self-propelled) vehicle is driven but does not have a roof over the driver.

Non-cabbed (self-propelled) vehicles must have operable front and rear lights. The front runninglights must be on whenever driving airside and both front and rear lights must be capable offlashing on and off in unison.

A yellow rotating, flashing, or strobe-type warning beacon mounted on top of the vehicle and visiblefrom 360 degrees must be operational and functioning at all times while moving about in airsideareas.

Reflective material, if on vehicle, must be clean and visible.

Non-Self-Propelled Equipment

Non-self-propelled equipment is pushed, towed or dragged, such as baggage carts, cargo dollies,cargo containers, and air stairs.

Non-self-propelled equipment must have reflective material on all sides that is clean and visible.

The presence of unlit equipment on airport aprons can be a significant hazard to taxiing aircraft. Forthis reason, it is important that reflective material on all equipment should be kept clean and ingood condition at all times.

Exemptions

Police and other emergency services vehicles equipped with their own company standard safetymarkings are considered equal to or exceeding these standards described earlier.

Emergency vehicles, such as fire trucks, must have their red warning beacon on when respondingto an emergency.

Exemptions may be authorized by Kelowna International Airport on an individual basis regardingmounting locations for warning beacons, warning lights, and types of warning lights based on thenature and purpose of the vehicle or equipment in question.



3.3 Light and Reflector Locations

Typical light and reflector mounting locations are indicated in the images below.

Cabbed (Self-Propelled) Vehicles

Non-Cabbed (Self-Propelled) Vehicles

Non- Self-Propelled Equipment



3.4 Vehicle Visibility

Whenever a self-propelled vehicle is moving from one place to another on an apron, the vehicle’sheadlights and warning beacons must be on. This indicates to taxiing aircraft that the vehicle isbeing operated on the apron area.

Turn off the warning beacon when the vehicle is stationary providing service to an aircraft. Improperuse of flashing lamps is potentially distracting to taxiing aircraft and limits their value as warningindicator that the vehicles are in motion.

All vehicle lamps should be turned off when the vehicle is parked in a designated parking area.

3.5 Other Equipment Requirements

All vehicles operating on the manoeuvring area of the airport shall carry red road flares or anothertype of signalling device, as approved by Kelowna International Airport, to be used in the event of atotal vehicle, equipment, or radio failure.

It is recommended that all vehicles operating on the manoeuvring area carry some type of fireextinguisher for emergency situations such as the dry-chemical extinguishers carried by KelownaInternational Airport vehicles.

Locations

4.1 Airfield Locations

Controlled Area

A Controlled Area is an area for which permission to enter is required from Kelowna Ground orPenticton Radio (taxiways and runways).

Restricted Area

A Restricted Area is an area where commercial air-carrier operations take place. Anyone whoenters must have security clearance or be screened. A valid RAIC must be displayed on outerclothing at all times when in a Restricted Area.

Aprons

An apron is that part of an aerodrome, other than the manoeuvring area, intended to accommodatethe loading and unloading of passengers and cargo, the fuelling, servicing, maintenance, andparking of aircraft, and any movement of aircraft, vehicles, and pedestrians to allow execution ofthose functions.



Taxiways

A taxiway is the part of an aerodrome used for manoeuvring aircraft and airport equipmenttransiting between the apron and the runway. A taxiway is considered to be the actual pavedsurface plus an additional protected area of a specified distance on either side of the surface edge,intended for aircraft wing-tip clearance.

Runways

A runway is the portion of the manoeuvring area used for aircraft takeoff and landing.

4.2 Other Airfield Locations

Equipment Staging Areas

An equipment staging area is a designated area where it is safe to place equipment prior to thearrival or departure of an aircraft.

Holding Bay

A holding bay is a defined area at the threshold of Runway 16/34 where vehicles can be held.

Security Identification

All personnel working in Restricted Areas at Kelowna International Airport shall wear their RAIC onouter clothing, ensuring its visibility when in the Restricted Areas. Refer to the Airport OperationsCirculars Manual for the most recent updates on this policy.

A person who is not in possession of valid identification shall not enter or remain in any area of anapron that is designated as a Restricted Area unless authorized to do so by Kelowna InternationalAirport.

Persons not displaying a valid RAIC should be considered unauthorized and should be reported toKelowna International Airport by phoning 250-765-8678 ext. 231.

Security Checkpoints

Security checkpoints are defined reporting points through which access is granted to the RestrictedArea from other airside surfaces, from groundside, or from public areas.

To access Apron I (a Restricted Area), vehicle operators must stop at the security checkpoint tohave their RAIC verified and their vehicle checked before proceeding to the Restricted Area.

All access gates must be kept closed and locked to prevent unauthorized personnel or vehiclesfrom accessing airside. Persons allowing other vehicle(s) airside will be considered as having theother vehicle under escort and shall accept full responsibility for their actions.



Service Roads

A service road is a roadway intended for the use of vehicles entering or transiting between aircraftmovement areas.

Instrument Landing System

Vehicles can seriously interfere with electronic equipment. No vehicle should proceed closer than300 metres (1000 feet) to an Instrument Landing System (ILS) transmitter building or localizer siteexcept with permission of Air Traffic Control or the GROUND OR RADIO.

Airside Lights, Markings and Signs

5.1 Airfield Edge Lights

While driving on the airfield, the vehicle operator will encounter various lights

Every vehicle operator must know the meaning of these lights to avoid entering areas where theyare not permitted to be and as a guide to vehicle movement when within the manoeuvring areas ofthe airport.

Blue Lights

Blue lights are used along the edge of aprons and taxiways.

White Lights

White lights are used along the edges of runways.



Amber Lights

Amber lights are used at the intersection of aprons and taxiways.

Red and Green Lights

Two-sided lights, half red and half green, are used at the end of runways. The red half faces therunway and the green half points towards the approach to the runway.

Guard Lights

A light system intended to caution pilots or vehicle drivers that they are about to enter an activerunway. These are sometimes referred to as "wig wags."

Aerodrome Beacon

The aerodrome beacon is a large rotating white light mounted on top of the control tower. It isprovided for visual identification of the airport by aircraft and vehicles on the airfield.



5.2 Pavement Markings

Introduction

While driving on the airfield, the vehicle operator will encounter various pavement markings.

White lines on the apron pertain to vehicle movement and control and yellow lines pertain to aircraftmovement and control.

All vehicle operators must know the meaning of and comply with these markings, which areenforceable under the Airport Traffic Regulations.

Apron Markings

Type of Marking Image

Vehicle Corridors

Areas on an apron marked by parallel, solid white lines to provideguidance to vehicle and equipment operators.

A vehicle corridor is not a guaranteed safe zone, so it is important to bealert.

Aircraft Lead-in Lines

Lines providing guidance for the flight crew to the gate stop position. Thelines also provide a means for the servicing crews to monitor the arrivingand departing aircraft’s path to and from the stop position.

Apron Safety Lines

Red lines that indicate the boundary that aircraft must not cross andareas beyond which equipment must not cross during aircraft arrival anddeparture from terminal gates.

Manoeuvring Area Delimitation (MAD) Marking

A marking located on an apron that indicates the location to stop beforeentering an ATC controlled taxiway. The vehicle operator must havepermission from Kelowna Ground or Penticton Radio to cross this line.

Operational Stand

An area on an airport apron designated for parking aircraft used forloading and unloading passengers and cargo, the provision of groundservices, or servicing.



Runway/Taxiway Markings

Type of Marking Image

Aircraft Movement Guideline

A single yellow line extending from the runway along a taxiway and tothe apron.

These lines are continuations of taxiway centre lines. Pilots centre thenose wheel of the aircraft on this line to ensure that the main wheels areon pavement and that the wings will not contact known obstructionssuch as buildings and light standards.

Runway Centre Line

The centre of a runway is marked with a broken white line made up ofseveral lines close together; each group is 30.5 m (100 ft.) in length with30.5 m (100 ft.) distance between.

Runway Designation Markings

White numbers that face towards the end of the runway indicating therunway name.

The number corresponds to the direction of the runway in relation to amagnetic compass. For example, the compass of an aircraft will read130 degrees when approaching the end of a runway marked with thenumber 13.

Runway Threshold Markings

Markings that indicate the runway threshold, the beginning of the portionof the runway that is usable for landing.

Runway Side Stripes

These markings indicate the sides of the runway.

These are used on narrowed runways where there is a lack of contrastbetween the runway edges and the runway shoulder.

Hold Lines

Two solid and two broken yellow lines across the width of a taxiway withthe broken lines closest to the runway behind which a vehicle or anaircraft must hold while awaiting permission from Kelowna Ground orPenticton Radio to cross.



5.3 Signs

Introduction

While driving on the airfield, the vehicle operator will encounter various signs.

These signs are normally mounted on the left, right, or both sides of a runway or taxiway.

Every vehicle operator must know the meaning of and comply with these signs, which areenforceable under the Airport Traffic Regulations.

Taxiway Designator Signs

Taxiway designator signs provide the following information:

The taxiway you are currently on is indicated with a yellow letter on a black background

The taxiway intersection you are approaching is indicated with a black letter on a yellowbackground

If the taxiway intersection you are approaching is on your left, the black letter will be on the left sideof the sign, and if it is on your right, the black letter will be on the right side of the sign.

Runway Designator Signs

Runway designator signs provide the following information:

The taxiway you are currently on (Taxiway Charlie)

You are approaching a runway and must hold short and request permission from KelownaGround or Penticton Radio to proceed

The runway on your left is listed first, on the left side (Runway 16), and the runway on yourright is listed second, on the right (Runway 34)

This sign indicates that thedriver is on Taxiway Charlieapproaching Taxiway Delta,which is coming up on theleft and right.

This sign indicates that the driveris on Taxiway Charlie coming upto Runway 16-34.



Directional Signs

Directional signs normally have an arrow indicating the direction of travel to exits, aprons, terminalbuildings, or other facilities named on the sign.

Information Signs

Information signs provide information of interest primarily to aircraft but which may also be helpfulto vehicle operators as reference points.

Operating a Vehicle Airside

6.1 Driving Rules

Vehicles and pedestrians are permitted on the apron surface with authorization from KelownaInternational Airport. All vehicles and equipment on the apron must be operated by personsauthorized by Kelowna International Airport or be escorted by a vehicle operated by a person soqualified. Authorization for this purpose means holding a valid AVOP issued by KelownaInternational Airport.

In addition to meeting all requirements stated in this manual, every operator of a vehicle on anapron shall acknowledge and obey all instructions received from Kelowna International Airport. Theinstructions may be made in person or in writing as a circular in Kelowna International AirportAirport Operations Circulars Manual, a copy of which is provided to each tenant along with periodiccircular updates.

Speed

Unless otherwise authorized by Kelowna International Airport, vehicles and equipment on an apronshall not be operated at a rate of speed more than 25 km/h (15.5 mph).

Speed should be further reduced when nearing aircraft or building corners, or during inclementweather.

This sign indicates the directionto Taxiway Foxtrot.

This sign indicates that thisis a Restricted Area.



Safety

No person shall operate a vehicle airside in a manner that, having regard to all the circumstances,including the amount of traffic, is dangerous to aircraft, equipment, persons, or vehicles.

Vehicle Corridors

All vehicle operations shall follow the designated routing as defined by Kelowna InternationalAirport.

Vehicle corridors are intended for all vehicles and should be used for transiting Apron I wheneveravailable and possible. Vehicle operators should drive in vehicle corridors at all times except whenoperating a vehicle or equipment in the performance of the following duties:

Servicing an aircraft.

Performing maintenance using maintenance equipment.

Responding to an emergency with vehicle emergency flashing lights activated.

Vehicle operators must drive in the right-hand lane, and may not pass slower-moving vehicles inthe vehicle corridor.

If a vehicle lane is obscured for any reason, such as faded paint or snow cover, operators shouldconform to the designated roadway as nearly possible, and exercise caution.

Vehicle corridors are not "guaranteed safe routes." Taxiing or parked aircraft may at timesencroach on vehicle corridors; such aircraft must be avoided.

Service Roads

Extra care must be exercised on aprons where vehicle corridors have not been designated.

Vehicle operators shall use service and perimeter roads to reach field locations when these roadsare available and time permits.

Yielding

Every operator of a vehicle entering an apron or on an apron shall yield right of way to an aircraftthat is approaching and is close enough to constitute an immediate hazard. Aircraft always havepriority movement over ground vehicle movements except in the case of an emergency vehicleresponding to an emergency with warning devices activated. Other vehicle operators shall refrainfrom proceeding until the vehicle operator can do so safely without impeding the aircraft operation.

Vehicles already in a designated vehicle corridor have right of way over all other vehiclesattempting to enter. Where thoroughfares intersect, the vehicle on the right has the right of way.The right-hand lane of a designated vehicle corridor must be used and the passing of movingvehicles is not permitted.

All vehicles and equipment shall yield the right of way to airport emergency service vehicles withwarning devices operating and airport maintenance equipment in the performance of their duties.



Every operator of a vehicle airside, other than an emergency vehicle responding to an emergencywith warning devices operating, shall yield the right of way to:

Aircraft in pushback mode from an operational stand. Vehicles and equipment engaged in snow removal and ice-control activities. Maintenance activities; and vehicles towing aircraft.

6.2 Security Rules

An AVOP may limit the holder to operation of a vehicle or equipment to airport apron(s).

All vehicles are subject to Airport Security Checks as defined in the Canadian Aviation SecurityRegulations "Aerodrome Security Measures."

All vehicle drivers and passengers shall comply with Security regulations upon entering Apron I.

All vehicles, drivers, and passengers entering Apron I are to report to the Security Post nearest tothe point of required entry for security inspections of vehicles, vehicle drivers, and passengers. Thisis to take place each time prior to being allowed entry to Apron I.

Escorting Visitors

Persons allowing other vehicle(s) airside will be considered as having the other vehicle underescort and shall accept full responsibility for their actions. Anyone authorizing another vehicle toenter the airside must hold a valid AVOP.

When escorting other vehicles onto airside areas of the airport, the party providing escort shallensure that the person and vehicle under escort meet all security and safety requirements ofKelowna International Airport.

All escorted vehicles and equipment must have their headlights and their front and rear emergency-flashing lights on when driving airside.

When escorting another vehicle on the airside, it is mandatory that you close all security gatesbehind the visitor.

Tenants of sub-leased property

Tenants of sub-leased property are authorized to escort vehicles on their sub-leased areas. Onlyvehicles and equipment required to service the facilities are allowed entry on airside sub-leases.

Tenants are not authorized to escort vehicles off their sub-leased property. Escorts must be carriedout by Airport Operations or the Commissionaires.

All other vehicles and equipment require an escort from Airport Operations or Airport Security.



6.3 Proximity Rules

Proximity to Aircraft

Aircraft always have the right of way. A vehicle operator, therefore, shall yield to any aircraft.

Before entering airside, the vehicle operator shall always visually check and ensure that aircraft arenot approaching, departing, or pushing back.

Vehicle operators shall remain a safe distance from areas affected by jet blast or prop wash ofaircraft, and operators will not pass in front of or close behind aircraft with engines running unlessthe wheels of the aircraft are chocked or the marshaller waves permission. Even if an aircraft isparked, if its anti-collision lights are on, it may indicate its engines are running or about to start.Even with a marshaller’s permission, the onus is on the vehicle operator to ensure that it is safe toproceed.

No person shall operate a vehicle within 15 metres (50 feet) of an aircraft being fuelled or defuelledexcept for the purpose of servicing that aircraft or when operating within a designated vehiclecorridor.

Areas within operational stands provide free movement for vehicles performing their duties.

Vehicle Traffic under Bridges

Only vehicles performing maintenance on the bridge are allowed to operate or park a vehicle underthe bridge.

6.4 Parking Rules

No person shall park a vehicle in any area designated by a sign as an area in which parking isprohibited.

No person shall, without the permission of Kelowna International Airport, park a vehicle in any areaof the airport not intended for the use of vehicles.

No person shall park within 3 metres of a security fence on the groundside or within 1 metre on theairside.

Equipment and vehicles shall not be parked or left unattended on vehicular routes or aircraftmovement areas without the permission of Kelowna International Airport. Vehicles must be parkedonly in approved areas when not in immediate use.

No person shall park an aircraft fuel-servicing vehicle within 15 metres (50 feet) of any airportterminal building, aircraft cargo building, aircraft hangar, or any other airport structure designed tohouse the public that has windows or doors in any exposed walls.

Wherever possible and practical, vehicles and equipment should be backed into parking areas.This is particularly important around the Air Terminal Building, loading bridge areas, and otherheavy-traffic areas.



Parked vehicles must not obstruct emergency vehicles or vehicles servicing aircraft. Unimpededaccess to fire hydrants, wheeled extinguishers, and spill kits must also be maintained at all times.

Turn off all vehicle lamps after the vehicle is parked, unless you are servicing an aircraft.

Driving on Manoeuvring AreasIn addition to meeting all requirements stated in this manual, every operator of a vehiclemanoeuvring areas (taxiways and runways) shall acknowledge and obey all instructions receivedfrom Kelowna International Airport.

7.1 Vehicle Control on the Manoeuvring Area

Vehicle traffic airside on manoeuvring areas of Kelowna International Airport is directed by KelownaGround (Ground) for operations from 0600 hrs to 2230 hrs local time.

Penticton Radio (Radio) operations from 2230 hrs to 0600 hrs local time.

The radio frequency for vehicles communicating with Ground or Radio is 121.7 MHz.

7.2 Radiotelephone Operator’s Restricted Certificate

Before a D AVOP holder may enter a manoeuvring area and operate a radio, they must have theRestricted Radio Operator Certificate with Aeronautical Qualifications (ROC-A) license fromIndustry Canada (Licences and Permits section).

7.3 Radio Communication Process

Before the vehicle enters the manoeuvring area, each operator shall ensure that the vehicle’s two-way radio is working.

Call-up Procedure

A “call-up" is a procedure used to establish two-way communication between an airport vehicle andKelowna Ground or Penticton Radio. Before driving onto manoeuvring areas, and immediately afterleaving the manoeuvring area, the vehicle operator shall contact Ground or Radio for permission toproceed to a specific location by a specified route.

Requests for permission to proceed into the manoeuvring area shall include:

a) The station being contactedb) The vehicle identificationc) The vehicle’s locationd) The intended activity/work to be performed while in the area and/or specific destination and

intended route (otherwise Ground or Radio will normally specify the route to be followed)e) The time the vehicle and/or the person will be in the area



When initiating radio contact, the standard practice is to first say the full station identifier: “KelownaGround” or “Penticton Radio,” and after that say “Ground” or “Radio.”

Use the correct radio call sign for the vehicle you are operating in every radio transmission.

If you do not receive a response to your call-up, wait a reasonable time and call again.

Example:

(a) “GROUND (OR RADIO)” – “STAFF TWO SIX AT APRON III”

Acknowledgement

An acknowledgement means a transmission has been received and understood. You mustacknowledge all transmissions from Ground or Radio.

Example:

(a) “GROUND (OR RADIO)” – STAFF TWO SIX, GO AHEAD”

(b) “GROUND (OR RADIO)” – STAFF TWO SIX, SAY AGAIN”

Never acknowledge until the transmission is fully understood. If you are unsure of the meaning of atransmission, you may ask Ground or Radio for clarification.

Example:

(a) “SAY AGAIN” (which means, “Repeat all, or the following part, of your lasttransmission.”

(b) “CONFIRM” (which means, “Is what I said correct?”).

Important: Do not use the word “repeat.”



Read Back Instructions

The vehicle operator shall acknowledge all instructions from Ground or Radio as understood, orrequest that the instructions be repeated if not understood.

Read back all control instructions to hold/hold short of a runway or taxiway, and any instruction thatis different from your original request.

Entering the Manoeuvring Area

The vehicle operator shall proceed only along the specified route to the specified location unlessreceiving alternative instructions.

In addition to any permission given by radio to proceed into or within the manoeuvring area, checkvisually to ensure that you will not interfere with any aircraft on or approaching the path you havebeen given permission to follow.

While on the manoeuvring areas, vehicle operators shall always monitor frequency 121.7 andacknowledge and comply with any instructions from Ground or Radio. No vehicle operator mayleave a vehicle radio unattended while in the manoeuvring area except with the specific permissionfrom Ground or Radio.

Escorting Non-Radio-Equipped Vehicles

Whenever non-radio-equipped vehicles and equipment are operating in groups or fleets with aradio-equipped vehicle, they shall be under the control of a qualified employee responsible forrequesting and acknowledging all instructions from Ground or Radio.

Holding Short

Kelowna International Airport is a controlled airport with hold lines at the runway to taxiwayintersections marked with two solid and two broken yellow lines, with the broken lines closest to therunway.

Whenever an operator is instructed to hold short of a runway or is awaiting permission to cross orto proceed onto a runway, the operator shall hold the vehicle 45 metres (148 feet) from the nearestedge of the runway, or behind the solid yellow hold lines on the taxiway.

Exceptions

Vehicles and equipment sometimes may have to operate within 45 metres (148 feet) of the runway.When this happens, the operator must inform Ground or Radio of the approximate distance of thevehicle or equipment from the nearest runway edge and remain in constant radio contact withGround or Radio.



Exiting the Runway

When instructed to leave the runway, vehicle operators shall acknowledge instructions and proceedto a taxiway holding position or to a safe position off to the side of the runway at least 45 metres(148 feet) from the nearest edge of the runway.

Once in a holding position, the vehicle operator shall inform Ground or Radio that they are “off therunway” and give their exact position.

Vehicle operators shall immediately leave the runway when:

a) An aircraft makes a low pass, orb) The white runway lights are blinking on and off.

End of Transmission

To end any two-way communication, say the name of the vehicle call sign.

Example:

"STAFF TWO SIX"

7.4 Standard phraseology

Standard phraseology has been developed through years of practice to transmit instructions, andmessages most efficiently and without misunderstanding, using the fewest words.

Examples:

a) Authorization Request and Response

Vehicle Operator: "GROUND (OR RADIO), STAFF TWO SIX."

GROUND OR RADIO: "STAFF TWO SIX, GROUND (OR RADIO)."

Vehicle Operator: “GROUND (OR RADIO)”, STAFF TWO SIX ON APRON I, REQUESTINGPERMISSION TO THE SHELL AERO CENTRE."

GROUND OR RADIO: "STAFF TWO SIX PROCEED TAXIWAY CHARLIE, DELTA TO THESHELL AERO CENTRE.”

If the request for permission to proceed is denied, the response from Ground or Radio will start withthe word "NEGATIVE." For example:

GROUND OR RADIO: "STAFF TWO SIX, NEGATIVE! HOLD YOUR POSITION."

A hold/hold short or a change in the approved routing versus the requested routing will require thevehicle operator to immediately provide a mandatory read back of all the information relayed toensure the instruction was understood as it was approved.



b) Authorization request when accompanying a non-radio-equipped vehicle:

Vehicle Operator: “GROUND, STAFF TWO SIX PLUS ONE, REQUEST PERMISSION TOPROCEED TO ... etc.”

Use the term "plus one" or "plus two" because it indicates to the GROUND OR RADIO the numberof vehicles in the group.

c) Control instructions:

“PROCEED ONTO RUNWAY 16–34 FOR INSPECTION, ADVISE WHEN OFF RUNWAY.”

"HOLD SHORT RUNWAY 16."

d) Request to GROUND OR RADIO and responses:

Vehicle Operator: "GROUND (OR RADIO), STAFF TWO SIX."

GROUND OR RADIO: "STAFF TWO SIX, GROUND (OR RADIO)."

Vehicle Operator: "(OR RADIO), STAFF TWO SIX, REQUEST PERMISSION TO INSPECTTHRESHOLD LIGHTS RUNWAY 16."

GROUND OR RADIO: "STAFF TWO SIX, GROUND (OR RADIO), NO REPORTED TRAFFIC,PROCEED TO THRESHOLD RUNWAY 16, ADVISE WHEN OFF THE RUNWAY.”

7.5 Standard Phrases

While it is not practical to lay down a precise phraseology for all radiotelephone procedures, thefollowing words and phrases should be used where applicable. Do not use words and phrases suchas "OK," "REPEAT," "HOW IS THAT," or slang expressions.

Word or Phrase Meaning

ACKNOWLEDGE Let me know that you have received and understood this message.

AFFIRMATIVE Yes or permission granted.

CONFIRM Please verify that what I said is correct.

CORRECTION An error was made in this transmission. The correction will follow.

HOW DO YOU READ? Can you hear and understand me?

I SAY AGAIN I will now repeat my last word/sentence for clarification.

MANDATORY READBACK

A hold / hold short or a change in the requested routing requires thatthe vehicle operator immediately provide a mandatory read back of allthe information relayed to ensure the instruction was understood.



Word or Phrase Meaning

NEGATIVE No, or permission not granted, or that is not correct, or I do not agree.

OFF THE RUNWAY Vehicle is at least 67.5 m (225 ft) to the side of the nearest edge ofthe runway in use.

OVER My transmission is ended and I expect a response from you.(Normally used only under poor communication conditions.)

OUT This conversation is ended and no response is expected.(Normally used only under poor communication conditions.)

READ BACK Repeat all, or the specified part, of this message back to me exactlyas received.

REPORTED No aircraft have made their intentions known to the Flight ServiceSpecialist.

ROGER I have received all of your last transmission.

SAY AGAIN Repeat all, or the following part, of your last transmission.(Do not use the word "Repeat.")

SPEAK SLOWER (Self-explanatory.)

STANDBY Wait and listen. I will call you again.

THAT IS CORRECT (Self-explanatory.)

VERIFY Check text with originator and send correct version.

WHAT IS YOURREQUEST/MESSAGE?

(Self-explanatory)

WILCO I understand and will comply with your instructions.



Radio Communication Tips

When communicating by radio:

Listen first to ensure that you will not interrupt another transmission, then depress the"press to talk" (PTT) switch before beginning to speak, and keep it depressed for the entiretransmission.

Avoid clicking on and off. When the transmission is finished, release the PTT switchimmediately.

Hold the microphone approximately 6.5 cm (2–3 in.) in front of the mouth.

Speak plainly and distinctly to prevent running consecutive words together. Do not shout,accentuate syllables artificially, or speak too rapidly.

Use standard procedure words and phrases and standard airport terminology.

7.6 Radio Test Procedures

Test your radio at the start of every shift to ensure it is operational, using the following procedure:

1) Contact Kelowna Ground or Penticton Radio.2) Identify yourself.3) Say: “Radio check.”

On-the-air radio tests, when necessary, should be short (not more than 10 seconds). Do notinterfere with other communications.

The response from Kelowna Ground or Penticton Radio may be in plain language, but it will mostlikely be given on the following readability scale of 1 to 5:

1– Unreadable

2– Readable now and then

3– Readable but with difficulty

4– Readable

5– Perfectly readable

Examples:

Vehicle Operator: "GROUND (OR RADIO), STAFF TWO SIX, RADIO CHECK."

Short response may be:

GROUND OR RADIO: “STAFF TWO SIX, GROUND (OR RADIO), RADIO CHECK."

Or Ground or Radio may request:

GROUND OR RADIO: “STAFF TWO SIX, GROUND (OR RADIO), COMMENCE TEST COUNT."



Vehicle Operator: "TEST COUNT, ONE, TWO, THREE, THREE, TWO, ONE."

GROUND OR RADIO: "READ YOU FIVE."

7.7 Vehicle or Radio Failure

Vehicle Failure

If equipment breaks down, the operator shall immediately notify Kelowna Ground or PentictonRadio of the location and difficulty and ask for assistance.

Radio Failure

If the radio fails while the vehicle is in the area, turn the vehicle to face the control tower and flashthe headlights off and on. Ground or Radio will respond using the following light signals:

a) Flashing green light – Cleared to cross, proceed or gob) Steady red light – Stop, hold your positionc) Flashing red light – Clear the runway/taxiwayd) Flashing white light – Return to your starting point

When returning to your starting point (see (d) above), the vehicle operator must hold shortof each intervening runway and receive permission to proceed (flashing green light signal)before crossing a runway.

Radio and Vehicle Failure

If your radio and vehicle both fail while in the area, light and place red road flares or approvedemergency signalling devices approximately 30 metres (100 feet) ahead of and behind the vehiclein a line parallel to the nearest runway or taxiway as a warning to aircraft.

If the flares or signalling devices when placed are not likely to be seen from the control tower due tosnow banks or other intervening obstructions, light and place one or more flares near the vehiclewhere they may be clearly visible from the control tower.

Stay with the vehicle. In adverse weather conditions normally associated with combined vehicleand radio failure, the vehicle may provide your best protection until help arrives.



Penalties for Driving Infractions

8.1 Airport Traffic Directives

AVOP holders must obey Kelowna International Airport airport traffic directives, regulations, signs,control devices, and all directions provided by Kelowna International Airport personnel, Air TrafficControl, and emergency response personnel.

If the AVOP holder does not follow the rules, that permit holder may receive a penalty and theAVOP may be suspended or revoked.

It is an offence to operate a vehicle at Kelowna International Airport in a manner that, having regardto all the circumstances, including the amount of traffic, is dangerous to aircraft, equipment, people,or other vehicles.

8.2 Infractions

Driving infractions include, but are not limited to:

Speeding

Failure to obey traffic signs

Failure to yield to aircraft or priority vehicles

Failure to stop when hailed by enforcement personnel

Manoeuvring area incursion

Driving with an insecure load

Parking violation

Littering

Smoking

Driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol

Dangerous or reckless driving

Violation Letter

If you break the rules for driving airside you will receive a written warning.

First infraction – First written warning

Second infraction – Second written warning

Third infraction – Suspension of AVOP (D, D/A, D/S) for one year



8.4 Suspensions and Appeals

An AVOP suspension may be withdrawn early after a review has been completed by the Airport.

DefinitionsTerm Definition

Aerodrome Any area of land, water (including the frozen surfacethereof), or other supporting surface used ordesignated, prepared, equipped, or set apart for useeither in whole or in part for the arrival anddeparture, movement, or servicing of aircraft, andincluding any buildings, installations, and equipmentin connection therewith.

Aircraft Any machine capable of deriving support in theatmosphere from the reactions of the air.

Aircraft Lead-in Lines Lines providing guidance for the flight crew to thegate stop position. The lines also provide a meansfor the servicing crews to monitor the arriving anddeparting aircraft’s path to and from the stopposition.

Airport An aerodrome for which, under Part III of the AirRegulations, an airport certificate has been issuedby the minister. The Airport as referred to herein isKelowna International Airport, Airport Code CYLW.

Airside That area of an airport intended to be used foractivities related to aircraft operations, including themovement area of an Aerodrome, adjacent terrainand buildings or portions thereof, and to which publicaccess is normally restricted.

Airside VehicleOperator’s Permit(AVOP)

A designation issued by Kelowna InternationalAirport certifying that the person named therein isauthorized to operate vehicles in the airside area.

Anti-Collision Light A warning light on an aircraft indicating that it isabout to start or the engine is running and theaircraft is about to move or is moving.



Term Definition

Apron The part of an aerodrome, other than themanoeuvring area, that accommodates the loadingand unloading of passengers and cargo, therefuelling, servicing, maintenance, and parking ofaircraft, and movement of aircraft and pedestriansnecessary for such purposes.

Apron Safety Lines Lines used to indicate the boundary that aircraftmust not cross (red lines) and the boundary beyondwhich equipment must not cross (white lines) duringaircraft arrival and departure from the gates.

Authorized Area An area which is under the care and control of theAerodrome Operator, and which requires specialaccess privileges not available to the general public.

AVOP See Airside Vehicle Operator's Permit.

Controlled Area An area for which permission to enter is requiredfrom Kelowna Ground or Penticton Radio (taxiwaysand runways).

D AVOP A permit issued by the Kelowna Airport Authority thatgives the holder permission to operate a vehicle onall airside surfaces (aprons, service roads, taxiways,and runways) in the performance of their duties.

D/A AVOP A permit issued by the Kelowna Airport Authority thatallows the holder to operate a vehicle on aprons,service roads, and the uncontrolled portion ofTaxiway Foxtrot in the performance of their duties.

Emergency ResponseServices (ERS)

The title applied to the services provided byprofessional firefighters at an airport to respond toevents such as, but not limited to, aircraftaccidents/incidents.



Term Definition

Equipment Any motor vehicle or mobile device, either self-propelled or towed, or of a specialized nature, usedfor runway and airfield maintenance or in themaintenance, repair, and servicing of aircraft,including test equipment and cargo and passenger-handling equipment.

Equipment StagingArea

A designated area where it is safe to placeequipment prior to the arrival or departure of anaircraft.

Escort A person holding both an AVOP and RAIC who mayaccompany another person or people (who arewithout an AVOP and/or RAIC and/or anappropriately equipped vehicle, or who have beengiven an ‘Escort Required’ pass) when accessingcertain Restricted Area(s).

Expedite An instruction issued by Kelowna Ground orPenticton Radio to proceed without delay.

Flight ServiceSpecialists

NavCanada employees who provide advisoryinformation to aircraft and vehicles using, or about touse, the manoeuvring area when the Air TrafficControl unit is not available.

Flight Service Station(FSS)

A NavCanada-operated facility from whichaeronautical information and related aviation supportservices are provided to aircraft, including airportand vehicle advisory services for designatedcontrolled and uncontrolled airports.

Foreign Object Debris(FOD)

Any foreign material in the manoeuvring areas, suchas mud, gravel, glass, nails, tacks, scraps of metal,garbage, chemical substances, paper, plastic,baggage, or other materials that may cause seriousdamage to an aircraft or vehicle.

Ground LoadingPosition

Area where passengers and/or crew enplane ordeplane an aircraft and have to walk on (a portion of)the apron between the aircraft and the TerminalBuilding or vice versa.



Term Definition

Groundside That area of an airport not intended to be used foractivities related to aircraft operations and to whichthe public normally has unrestricted access.

Guard Lights A light system intended to caution pilots or vehicledrivers that they are about to enter an active runway.These are sometimes referred to as "wig wags."

Hold Line Two solid and two broken yellow lines across thewidth of a taxiway with the broken lines closest to therunway, behind which a vehicle or an aircraft musthold while awaiting permission to cross or proceed.

Holding Short An instruction issued by Kelowna Ground orPenticton Radio to stop behind the hold line whileawaiting permission to cross or proceed onto arunway.

Incursion See Runway/Taxiway Incursion.

Instrument LandingSystem (ILS)

A radio beam transmitter used to provide guidanceto approaching aircraft that tune their receivers to theILS frequency.

Kelowna Ground The operating position in the Air Traffic Control towerhe operating position in the Air Traffic Control towerthat provides clearances and instructions for theground movement of airport traffic. Kelowna Groundoperates from 0600-2230. The radio frequency is121.7.

Light Signal A light used by ATC to control airport traffic whenthere is no radio communication.

Mandatory Read Back A requirement that vehicle operators repeat, alsoknown as "reading back,” the directions given byKelowna Ground Control when the instruction is tohold or hold short of any surface, of if there is achange in the direction previously given.

Manoeuvring Area The part of an aerodrome to be used for the takeoff,landing, and taxiing of aircraft, excluding aprons.



Term Definition

Manoeuvring AreaDelimitation (MAD)Marking

A marking located on an apron that indicates thelocation to stop before entering an ATC controlledtaxiway. The vehicle operator must have permissionfrom Kelowna Ground or Penticton Radio to crossthis line.

Marshaller The person directing the control of an aircraft.

Movement Area The part of an aerodrome to be used for the takeoff,landing, and taxiing of aircraft, consisting of themanoeuvring area and aprons.

Nav Canada The owner/operator of Canada's Civil Air NavigationService (ANS), as well as the sole controller of allmovements on operational airside manoeuvringareas (runways and taxiways) at YLW.

No Delays See Expedite.

Non-PassengerScreening for Vehicles(NPS-V)

Screening of vehicles, drivers, and occupantstravelling airside for threat items.

Off the Runway Indicates the vehicles and/or aircraft are at least 200feet to the side of the nearest edge of the runway.

Operations A single contact location for all airport operationalconcerns 24 hours a day via telephone. The phonenumber is 250-807-4350.

Operational Stand An area of an apron designated for aircraft to park,load, unload, or be serviced.

Pass Office The office responsible for issuing Restricted AreaIdentity Cards (RAICs), processing AVOPapplications, and issuing keys, combination codes,access privileges, and employee parking passes onbehalf of Kelowna Airport Authority.

Passenger Walkway Any portion of an apron or any other area designatedby a sign or surface marking as a pedestriancrossing.



Term Definition

Penticton Radio The operating position in the Flight Service Stationthat provides authorization and instructions for themovement of airport traffic during those hours whenthe Air Traffic Control tower is closed. PentictonRadio operates from 2230-0600. The radiofrequency is 119.6.

Push Back Moving an aircraft backward with a tug.

Restricted Area is an area where commercial air-carrier operationstake place. Anyone who enters must have securityclearance or be screened. A valid RAIC must also bedisplayed on outer clothing at all times when in aRestricted Area.

Restricted Area IdentityCard (RAIC)

A permanent pass that incorporates unique humancharacteristics, such as fingerprints and iris patterns,and leading-edge technology to accurately identifyindividuals accessing restricted areas at the airport.

Restricted Area Sign A sign that marks the security barrier of the airportrestricting an area to authorized personnel only.

Restricted OperatorCertificate withAeronauticalQualifications (ROC-A)

A document issued by Industry Canada certifyingthat the holder may act as an operator on anyaeronautical radio station fitted with radio-telephoneequipment only, transmitting on fixed frequenciesand not open to public correspondence.

Restricted VisibilityOperations Plan(RVOP)

A plan that calls for specific procedures by theAirport Operator and/or Air Traffic Control when fog,snow, rain, or other weather conditions or restrictionsto visibility reduce the runway visual range (RVR)below 2600 feet (1/2 statute mile) down to andincluding 600 feet (1/4 statuate mile) RVR. SeeAirport Director's Circular 39.

Runway The portion of the manoeuvring area used for aircrafttakeoff and landing.

Runway Threshold The beginning of that portion of the runway usablefor landing.



Term Definition

Runway/TaxiwayIncursion

Any occurrence at an airport involving the incorrectpresence of an aircraft, vehicle, or person on theprotected area of a surface designated for aircrafttakeoff or landing.

Secure Area An area which is under the care and control of theAerodrome Operator, and which requires specialaccess privileges not available to the general public(blue YLW ID card).

Security Access Point A defined reporting point through which access isgained to the airport Restricted Area from otherairside surfaces, from groundside, or from publicareas.

Security Identification All personnel working in Restricted Areas at KelownaInternational Airport shall wear their RAIC on outerclothing, ensuring its visibility when in the RestrictedAreas.

Service Road A roadway intended for the use of vehicles enteringor transiting between aircraft movement areas.

Taxiway The part of an aerodrome used for manoeuvringaircraft and airport equipment between the apronarea and the runway.

Uncontrolled Area An area on the airside that does not requirepermission from Kelowna Ground or Penticton Radioto enter (aprons and service roads).

Uncontrolled Taxiway That part of an aerodrome that is not in radio contactwith Kelowna Ground/Penticton Radio that is usedfor manoeuvring aircraft and airport equipmentbetween the apron areas and runways.

Vehicle Any self-propelled vehicle or device in, on, or bywhich a person or object may be transported,carried, or conveyed on land, but not including anaircraft.



Term Definition

Vehicle Holding Bay A defined area at the end of Runway 34 called the“34 East Access Road” where vehicles can be heldduring aircraft operations.

Vehicle Corridor An airside roadway on the aprons, marked by twosolid white lines 3 metres (10 feet) apart, centred bya single white broken line, to provide guidance tovehicles and equipment operators.

Visitor Pass A pass issued by YLW that allows a person to be onthe airside of the airport, always with an escortholding a valid RAIC, and only if they have a clearneed to be there.

Vehicle Beacon A red or yellow rotating warning beacon or flashinglight indicating a vehicle's location.

Wig Wag See Guard Light.

YLW A three-letter code that identifies KelownaInternational Airport as determined by theInternational Air Transport Association (IATA).

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